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Fourteen years ago, Tonia Hallden Pankova had no clue she would one day be living in Siberia. Pankova was home on Christmas break from Providence College and Theological Seminary in Manitoba in 2002 when she learned about a short-term mission opportunity to Moscow. “I’d been on other mission trips to England, Scotland and Israel,” she […]

Canadian violinist Nikki Chooi headlines the Saskatoon Symphony Orchestra’s Master Series concert on Saturday dubbed The Red Violin. Chooi has learned the challenging piece specifically for this appearance. The Red Violin, from the movie of the same name, won an Oscar for its composer John Corigliano.

The U.S. men's hockey team beat Russia in the Miracle On Ice. Buster Douglas knocked out Mike Tyson despite being a 42-to-1 underdog. 'How Green Was My Valley' earned the 1942 Oscar for best picture, beating the movie widely considered the greatest film ever, Citizen Kane. Even the Washington Generals, on Jan. 25, 1971, beat the Harlem Globetrotters. This is where Ultimate Fighting Championship women's bantamweight title holder Ronda Rousey and challenger Bethe Correia enter the picture at UFC 190.

Saskatoon’s Credit Union Centre is celebrating 25 years of hosting the biggest and best events in the province. From professional sports to big name music acts and trade shows, CUC has seen it all. And Saskatoon city councillor Troy Davies has been there for a lot of it. The former paramedic, who is now the director of public relations at MD Ambulance, estimates he’s been to at least 500 events. Davies says CUC is easily the best place in Saskatoon.Q: Why is the Credit Union Centre your favourite place in Saskatoon?A: I have so many fond memories of classic hockey games, NHL and WHL, and of course the major concerts CUC has hosted over the years.Q: How many events — sporting or otherwise — do you think you’ve attended there?A: That’s a tough one as they are celebrating their 25 year anniversary next month, but I would easily say I have attended close to 500 events since it opened its doors.Q: What are your some of your favourite memories at CUC?A: The ’89 Memorial Cup, John Slaney’s goal against Russia in the ’91 World Juniors, (seeing) Pavel Bure, Killer Kaminski and Jason Christie (former Blades), waiting in line for three days for Motley Crue’s Dr. Feelgood concert and still only got third row.Q: What was the best moment from the 2010 New Year’s Eve World Junior’s game?A: The building was pretty quiet during that game until Jordan Eberle scored with under 10 minutes left. Canada later tied it, then Eberle scored one of the best shootout goals I have ever seen. Experiencing the emotion in the building that night was something I will never forget. I was extremely proud to be a part of it. (That night) will go down as the best New Year’s Eve ever!Q: So you’re a Nickleback fan? Why?A: I have never missed a concert when they come to Saskatoon and hope they will come again as they (put on) the ultimate rock show, and being from Canada is an added bonus. There are a lot of Nickelback haters but I’m proud to say I’m a huge fan! I’m also a huge fan of Roxette which is a w

With a population of just over 300, it’s hard to believe the Village of Wilcox could be home to anything extraordinary. But the tiny town 41 kilometres south of Regina is known internationally for its hockey program at the Athol Murray College of Notre Dame. The private high school has had more than 130 former students drafted to or sign with teams in the NHL. Twenty alumni are playing or coaching in the league. Tampa Bay Lightning captain Vincent Lecavalier, who recently played his 1,000th NHL game, is an alumnus, along with Jordan Eberle, Wendel Clark, Jaden Schwartz, Brad Richards, Braydon Coburn, Rene Bourque, Willy Mitchell, Sean Couturier, Tyler Myers and others.

Brandon Kozun could’ve played for either team in Thursday’s first-place showdown between Canada and the United States at the world junior hockey championship. The host Canadians are glad he picked them.

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